CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Elisabeth Moss, 41; Anna Paquin, 41; Jennifer Lopez, 54; Kristin Chenoweth, 55.

Happy Birthday: It’s up to you to set the standard by which you live. Refuse to let others dictate your destiny. Savor what’s important to you and protect it from change. Embrace opportunities that ingenuity and hard work can turn into the masterpiece you envision. Actions speak louder than words, and modest progress will result in reaching your goal without disruptions. Make this a year to remember. Your numbers are 8, 12, 20, 27, 32, 34, 41.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Initiate what you want to happen. Sign up for whatever will get you closer to your goal. Reflect on relationships and surround yourself with people who contribute. Use your intelligence and skills to block negativity and interference; recognition will follow. 3 stars

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Uncertainty will kick in if someone keeps changing their mind or sending mixed messages. Be honest and direct regarding your plans, and refuse to let anyone stand between you and your chosen path. Leave nothing to chance, and you’ll make progress. 3 stars

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Reach out to family and friends for advice. Attend an event that offers insight into something you want to pursue. Don’t allow the changes others make to disrupt your plans. Pace yourself, and don’t stop until you are happy with your results. 5 stars

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Participate in something you believe in, but don’t let anyone take advantage of you or let your emotions lead you astray. Do your homework, and you’ll know exactly how to make a difference in your life and the lives of others. 2 stars

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Don’t follow the crowd. Choose to focus on development and honing skills that will allow you to head in a direction that excites you. Use your imagination, and you’ll find a way to satisfy your desire and soul. Personal improvements are favored. 4 stars

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Precision and discipline will make a difference in whatever you pursue. Put a positive change in play, and you will maintain consistency. Stop worrying about what others do or think; follow your heart. 3 stars

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Follow your gut and don’t look back. Hesitation will be your enemy, along with letting others step in and decide for you. Speak up and act on your own behalf, and you’ll gain respect and support from those with something worthwhile to contribute. 3 stars

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Regulate your thoughts and feelings, be a good listener and focus on actions, not words. Take care of domestic responsibilities. Turn whatever you do into an enjoyable process with a welcome outcome. Don’t let what others do or say get you down. 3 stars

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Be resourceful and spare yourself grief. You’ll repeat the process if you jump into something unfamiliar without expert advice. Do your part, ask questions, and decide what you can do yourself and when to ask an expert. Personal improvement is favored. 4 stars

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Confusion will occur if you or someone close to you is emotionally manipulative. Consider the changes you want to make and the incentives that will invite others to join you. Regardless of what you do, being fair will seal the deal. 2 stars

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Emotional spending will leave you short. Don’t make unnecessary changes when you are better off exhausting everything you already have at your fingertips. A partnership will help you get ahead, keep you grounded and ease stress. Romance and self-improvement are favored. 5 stars

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t trust offers presented using pressure tactics. Reach out to someone you can count on for advice before you negotiate. Take a unique approach when dealing with money matters and professional pursuits, and you’ll get good results. 3 stars

Birthday Baby: You are entertaining, persistent and focused. You are unique and unpredictable.

1 star: Avoid conflicts; work behind the scenes. 2 stars: You can accomplish, but don’t rely on others. 3 stars: Focus and you’ll reach your goals. 4 stars: Aim high; start new projects. 5 stars: Nothing can stop you; go for gold.

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